EPRO

EPRO GmbH, a German company specializing in machinery protection systems, was acquired by Emerson Automation Solutions on April 7, 2009. This acquisition integrated EPRO GmbH into Emerson’s Asset Optimization division within Emerson Process Management. This integration allowed EPRO GmbH to leverage Emerson's global reach and resources while contributing its expertise to Emerson's broader machinery monitoring product portfolio.

Expertise and Products

EPRO GmbH is renowned for its expertise in designing and manufacturing a variety of sensors, including:

• Eddy Current Displacement Sensors:

  • Measure the position, vibration, and eccentricity of rotating machinery components.

• Vibration Sensors:

  • Monitor vibration levels in machinery to detect potential faults or imbalances.

• Proximity Sensors:

  • Detect the presence or absence of nearby objects.

Integration with Emerson

After the acquisition, EPRO GmbH's sensor product line was integrated into Emerson's Asset Reliability Solutions division. This integration enabled Emerson to offer a more comprehensive suite of machinery health monitoring solutions, including:

• Sensors:

  • The acquired sensor portfolio complemented Emerson's existing range of sensors.

• Data Acquisition Systems:

  • Emerson's systems collect and manage sensor data from various sources.

• Analytical Software:

  • Emerson's software analyzes sensor data to identify potential issues and predict maintenance needs.